Advanced Practice Provider (Genetic Counselor) Neurology / Pediatrics

Overview

This full time Genetic Counselor will work both in the Department of Neurology and the Division of Genetics, splitting time equally between these teams. This role will join two dynamic teams (neuro-genetics and general genetics) and work with other GCs (1 in neurology and 7 in general genetics), GCAs, physician colleagues, APP colleagues, and additional supporting staff (nutritional support, PT, nursing). This role will see indications such as, but not limited to, epilepsy, hereditary movement disorders, neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental disorders, congenital anomalies, hearing loss, and metabolic disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation and genetic counseling for a wide range of indications for prenatal, pediatric, and adult patients, both in the inpatient and outpatient setting.
• Review pertinent medical records in preparation for clinic visits.
• Elicit and evaluate family pedigrees, gather additional medical history, and provide a risk assessment.
• Discuss genetic diagnoses, etiology, inheritance patterns, and risk of occurrence and recurrence in language that is culturally sensitive and appropriate to the patient's level of understanding.
• Order appropriate genetic testing based on evaluation of medical and family history information.
• Integrate genetic results with personal and family medical histories in order to assess and communicate risk factors for genetic conditions and diseases.
• Educate patients and their families about genetic conditions so that they may make informed decisions regarding testing and management options.
• Provide information about available reproductive and prenatal screening and diagnostic testing options when applicable.
• Provide written documentation of genetic counseling appointment and / or genetic testing results for patients, their referring health care provider, and other relevant health care professionals involved in the patient's care.
• Evaluate the patient's and family's responses to the medical condition or risk of disease recurrence and provide client-centered counseling and anticipatory guidance.
• When indicated, identify and utilize community resources that provide medical, educational, financial, and psychosocial support and advocacy.
• Stay current with new developments in the field of genetics and participate in continuing education.
• Participate in professional activities outside of clinical care, which may include teaching and supervising students, research, patient advocacy, national or institutional committees or meetings, educational lectures, and community outreach.
• Work independently or as part of a team with physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, dieticians, and other health care professionals.
• Perform genetic counseling appointments in person or via telehealth. Genetic counselors may provide services in Charlottesville or at several satellite locations, when appropriate.

Organizational Duties

Positive, professional demeanor is projected through verbal and non-verbal communications.

Privacy is maintained at all times for patient and employee information.

Participation in Performance Improvement activities and initiatives is on-going.

Time off is scheduled to avoid disrupting workflow.

All applicants selected for interviews will be notified by October 8. Please ensure applications with cover letter are submitted by October 1.

Minimum Requirements

Education : Master's degree in Genetic Counseling from an American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC), or their predecessor, the American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG), accredited training program.

Experience : None

Licensure : Active Full or Temporary license in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Certification or Active Candidate Status by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) is required for licensure in the State of Virginia.

General Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Position Compensation Range : $69,201.60 - $110,718.40 Annual

Benefits

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. U.S. News & World Report rates UVA Health University Medical Center as High Performing in multiple specialties. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses multiple facilities and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics.

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